INGREDIENTS
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2 – 3 cups ham, cooked and chopped
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3 cups water
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2 large carrots, chopped
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1 small onion, chopped
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2 stalks celery, chopped
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1 medium sized green pepper, chopped
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1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
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1 (15.25 ounce) can black beans, rinsed
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1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained (can use frozen or fresh, too)
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1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
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1 (4 ounce) can green chilis, Optional
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1/2 teaspoon cumin
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1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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Pinch cayenne or a few drops hot sauce
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1/4 cup instant rice or can use long grain
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper